Clinical Advisory Network on Sex and Gender

We are a group of UK and Ireland based clinicians calling for greater understanding of the effects of sex and gender in healthcare

We stay up to date with developments in gender healthcare. This is the basis of our evidence, briefings and opinion pieces

While unable to offer personalised clinical advice or services to individuals regarding specific gender dysphoria or gender related health concerns, our website provides general information in the form of FAQs and publications, as well as signposts to organisations which may be helpful

1 Enhance professional and public understanding of the nature of sex, gender, gender roles and identity, with respect to medicine and healthcare

2 Improve knowledge about the causes, consequences and treatments of gender dysphoria, drawing on best evidence

3 Promote free and respectful discourse on sex, gender and gender identity between healthcare professionals

1 Our values are rooted in universalism, compassion and respect for human rights

2 We welcome constructive dialogue within healthcare and are committed to considering a range of views in order to clarify understanding of evidence and to facilitate clear communication

3 “First, do no harm” means we take seriously the responsibility of all clinicians to examine potential harms associated with all healthcare interventions, especially when treating vulnerable populations, and to address uncertainty with research

4. We oppose all discrimination, harassment or abuse on the basis of sex, sexual orientation or gender non-conformity, and seek to uphold the rights and freedoms of same-sex attracted people. We believe homosexuality and bisexuality are normal variants of human sexuality and are not pathological, harmful or immoral.  We recognise the importance of sexuality and sexual relationships to people’s health and well-being.